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YMCA of Youngstown

Summer Bakery Chef

North Springfield, PA · On-site

$12 - $15/hr

Summer Bakery Chef FLSA Status: Hourly/ non-exempt Salary: $12 - $15 per hour Status: Part Time Reports to: Camp Fitch Food Service Director POSITION SUMMARY: This position supports the work of the Y ...

Jersey Roll LLC

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Head Chef summer season

Seaside Heights, NJ · On-site

$30 - $60/hr

We are seeking a Head Chef Summer Season to join our team! You will thrive in a fast-paced environment and dedicate time to expanding our clientele base to establish the restaurant's brand and ...

Jersey Roll LLC

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Head Chef summer season

Seaside Heights, NJ · On-site

$30 - $60/hr

We are seeking a Head Chef Summer Season to join our team! You will thrive in a fast-paced environment and dedicate time to expanding our clientele base to establish the restaurant's brand and ...

Waukeela Operatingco LLC

HEAD CHEF

North Conway, NH · On-site

$10K - $13K/yr

Summer Camp qualified residential Head Chef (Seasonal) June 6th - August 18th (10 weeks) All Girls Summer Camp, located in the beautiful White Mountains of New Hampshire. If you have availability ...

Waukeela Operatingco LLC

HEAD CHEF

North Conway, NH · On-site

$10K - $13K/yr

Summer Camp qualified residential Head Chef (Seasonal) June 6th - August 18th (10 weeks) All Girls Summer Camp, located in the beautiful White Mountains of New Hampshire. If you have availability ...

J C Beach Haven Tavern LLC

$75K - $100K/yr

Buckalew's / Station 117: established Jersey Shore restaurants seeking an experienced chef; creative, leader, solid management skiils who can run a fast paced energetic kitchen in the summer and ...

J C Beach Haven Tavern LLC

$75K - $100K/yr

Buckalew's / Station 117: established Jersey Shore restaurants seeking an experienced chef; creative, leader, solid management skiils who can run a fast paced energetic kitchen in the summer and ...

Double Arrow Lodge

$44K - $70K/yr

Seeley Lake is a small mountain resort town that thrives in the Summer sun, enjoys tons of Winter snow, and slows down significantly in our shoulder seasons of Fall and Spring. Chefs with banquet ...

Double Arrow Lodge

Chef

Seeley Lake, MT

$44K - $70K/yr

Seeley Lake is a small mountain resort town that thrives in the Summer sun, enjoys tons of Winter snow, and slows down significantly in our shoulder seasons of Fall and Spring. Chefs with banquet ...

Sen Restaurant

Sushi Chef

Sag Harbor, NY

$65K - $80K/yr

Sushi Chef - Summer Season | Sen Restaurant (Sag Harbor, Hamptons) Sen is seeking an experienced Sushi Chef for the May-September season . This is a high-volume, quality-driven kitchen with strong ...

Sen Restaurant

Sushi Chef

Sag Harbor, NY · On-site

$65K - $80K/yr

Flexible schedule Sushi Chef Summer Season | Sen Restaurant (Sag Harbor, Hamptons) Sen is seeking an experienced Sushi Chef for the MaySeptember season . This is a high-volume, quality-driven kitchen ...

Sen Restaurant

Sushi Chef

Sag Harbor, NY

$65K - $80K/yr

Sushi Chef - Summer Season | Sen Restaurant (Sag Harbor, Hamptons) Sen is seeking an experienced Sushi Chef for the May-September season . This is a high-volume, quality-driven kitchen with strong ...

Deauville Inn Inc

$72K - $78K/yr

Sous Chef/Supervisor - Seasonal Blue Dog Hospitality is a blossoming restaurant group located in ... Our Flagship property The Deauville Inn is looking to expand our team for the Summer season. Our ...

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As of Jul 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for summer chef in the United States is $63,994.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $75,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Summer Chef vs Summer Line Cook?

AspectSummer ChefSummer Line Cook
CredentialsHigh school diploma or culinary trainingHigh school diploma or culinary training
Work EnvironmentCommercial kitchens, outdoor events, summer resortsCommercial kitchens, outdoor events, summer resorts
Employer & IndustryRestaurants, catering services, resortsRestaurants, catering services, resorts
Job FocusPreparing and cooking dishes, menu executionAssisting with food prep, supporting chefs, maintaining station

Both Summer Chef and Summer Line Cook roles typically require culinary training and involve working in similar environments like restaurants and resorts during summer seasons. The Summer Chef often takes on more responsibility in menu creation and cooking, while the Summer Line Cook focuses on supporting the kitchen team with food prep and station duties. The choice depends on experience level and desired responsibilities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Summer Chef, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Summer Chef, you need strong culinary skills, knowledge of food safety standards, and experience with seasonal menu planning, often supported by a culinary degree or relevant certifications. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, inventory management systems, and ServSafe certification is typically required. Creativity, adaptability, and excellent communication are standout soft skills for collaborating with staff and delivering exceptional dining experiences in dynamic settings. These abilities ensure consistent food quality, efficient kitchen operations, and guest satisfaction during the busy summer season.

What are Summer Chefs?

Summer Chefs are culinary professionals who typically work during the summer months, often in seasonal establishments like resorts, camps, summer schools, or vacation homes. Their primary responsibilities include planning menus, preparing meals, and sometimes supervising kitchen staff for guests or campers. This role often requires flexibility, creativity in menu planning using seasonal ingredients, and the ability to work in fast-paced environments. Summer Chefs may also accommodate dietary restrictions and ensure food safety standards are met. Their work is crucial for delivering enjoyable dining experiences during the busy summer season.

What are some common challenges faced by a Summer Chef, and how can I prepare for them?

As a Summer Chef, you may encounter challenges such as working in high-temperature environments, managing fluctuating ingredient availability, and handling a fast-paced service during peak vacation months. To prepare, it's helpful to practice efficient time management, develop flexible menus that accommodate seasonal produce, and hone your ability to stay calm under pressure. Building strong communication with your team and suppliers can also help ensure smooth operations and high-quality dishes even during the busiest times.

What Does a Summer Chef Do?

As a summer chef, you work through the summer months, typically June through August, cooking during popular and high-traffic tourism and recreation periods. You work in a restaurant, camp, summer school, or resort and provide cooking services for a range of audience types and sizes. Depending on the role, you may prepare meals for small groups or hundreds of diners, oversee a team of cooks, servers, and other staff, cook special dishes for people with unique dietary needs, and develop menus to meet nutrition standards. Your responsibilities include managing inventory, ordering ingredients and kitchen supplies, and budgeting duties for daily menus.

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Infographic showing various Summer Chef job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $63,994 per year, or $30.8 per hour.
Banquet Sous Chef - Summer 2026

Banquet Sous Chef - Summer 2026

Deer Valley Resort

Echo, UT

$28/hr

Full-time, Temporary

Medical, Retirement

Posted yesterday

Job description

Seasonal
Classic, consistent quality from a winning team!
Deer Valley Resort is nestled in the Wasatch Mountains of Utah, in the historic mining town of Park City which has evolved into an exciting and diverse mountain ski town. Our staff consists of locals, transplants, seasonal workers from all 50 states and international students from around the globe. We are a diverse workforce where everyone feels welcome, appreciated, and valued. No matter if you are 14 or 84 years, there is a place for you in the Deer Valley family! (Last year over 1,100 staff members celebrated their fifth season or more at Deer Valley).
  • Ski perks (vary based on employment status) may include Deer Valley season pass, free skiing or riding at other Alterra Resorts and select local Utah resorts
  • Friends and family ski discounts, free staff ski lessons and discounted rentals (winter staff only)
  • Subsidized meals at Employee Dining Rooms offered for staff while on shift
  • Subsidized housing options available for seasonal full-time staff
  • Discounts for staff members at restaurants, shops, and service providers in Park City
  • Healthcare options are available for staff members
  • 401k plan with company match

PURPOSE OF POSITION: A Sous Chef is responsible for assisting the executive banquet chef with daily supervision and direction of kitchen staff.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Operate the kitchen with great attention to food quality, taste, and presentation

  • Develop new menu items in conjunction with the Resort executive banquet chef

  • Direct kitchen personnel in the absence of the executive banquet chef

  • Carry out administrative functions, including forecasting, payroll, scheduling, recruiting, training, supervising, and disciplining kitchen staff

  • Organize an efficient flow of production and assure quality and portion consistency in recipes

  • Daily Ordering and receiving product based on volume of banquets businesses

  • Ensure proper maintenance of the equipment and facilities

  • Maintain safe and sanitary working conditions in accordance with health codes

  • Able to attend and communicate in Banquet meetings in the absence of the Executive Banquet Chef.

  • Can communicate and work with the Sales and Banquet Setup team

  • Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Experience in a supervisory capacity in a fine dining restaurant kitchen required

  • Possess a current SafeServe certificate

  • Able to lift and carry a minimum of 40 lbs.

  • Able to withstand frequent up/down, twisting, and repetitive movements

DATES OF EMPLOYMENT:
  • Summer 2026

PAY RATE:
  • Pay: $28.00 per hour

Deer Valley Resort is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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About Deer Valley Resort

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Deer Valley Resort located in Park City, Utah, revolutionized the ski industry by providing the first-class service one would receive at a five-star hotel. The ski-only resort offers 21 chairlifts, 103 ski runs, six bowls, 300 annual inches of powder, 2,026 acres of alpine skiing, limited lift ticket sales, 14 restaurants, three elegant day lodges, and hundreds of Deer Valley managed luxury accommodations. Deer Valley was named the Best Ski Resort in the U.S. in Conde Nast Traveler's 2022 Reader's Choice Awards, and the United States' Best Ski Resort by the World Ski Awards for nine consecutive years (2013-2022).

Industry

Travel arrangement services

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Park City, UT, US

Year founded

1981

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